By Hunter Hines Christian Action League July 26, 2024 The Christian Action League (CAL) announced this week that its Executive Director, Rev. Mark Creech, will be taking a sabbatical for the entire month of August to focus on health and recovery. This week marks his last in the office until his planned return in September. […]
Rev. Creech's Commentary
‘No Other Gods Before Me’: Seven False Gods of the Present Age (Part 2)
By Rev. Mark Creech Christian Action League July 12, 2024 In the book, “The Ten Commandments Yesterday and Today,” author James Burton Coffman, formerly the minister of Manhattan Church of Christ in New York City, noted that William Jennings Bryan had identified many false gods of his time. Bryan’s list included Gold, Fashion, Fame, Ease, […]
‘No Other Gods Before Me’: Seven False Gods of the Present Age
By Rev. Mark Creech Christian Action League June 21, 2024 The study of the fall of civilizations is believed to be a complex phenomenon considered by sociologists, historians, archaeologists, and other academics using a variety of theories and methodologies. These academics study economic, political, social, environmental, external, cyclical, and technological dynamics. By examining these various […]
‘No Other Gods Before Me’: The First Commandment’s National Significance
By Rev. Mark H. Creech Christian Action League June 15, 2024 The foundation of any community is built upon the rule of law. The Ten Commandments serve as the essential framework without which the formation and maintenance of a nation becomes impossible. The commands provide the fundamental principles of self-restraint and self-discipline, voluntarily accepted by […]
From Ancient Idols to Modern Misconceptions: The Call to Worship Only God
By Rev. Mark Creech, DHL Christian Action League June 6, 2024 In 1989, the Chicago Tribune editors published their top photos of the decade. One poignant image, taken by Michael Fryer, showed a somber fireman and paramedic carrying a fire victim away from the scene. The fire, which occurred in Chicago in December 1984, initially […]
Billy Graham’s Statue in the Capitol: What Does It Mean for the Country?
By Rev. Mark H. Creech Christian Action League May 17, 2024 For Christians who believe America’s religious heritage is the cornerstone of the nation’s identity and maintaining this heritage is essential for the country’s moral and spiritual health, Thursday, May 16, was a day for much rejoicing. On this day, a day that should perpetually […]
Pillars of Society: Reclaiming Traditional Motherhood in Modern Times
By Rev. Mark H. Creech Christian Action League May 10, 2024 Philosopher, journalist, novelist, and diplomat, the late Michael Novak said nearly 50 years ago, “We live in curious times. Choosing to have a family used to be routine. But so many, so varied and so aggressive are anti-family sentiments in our society today that […]
Navigating Faith and Civic Responsibility: Pastor Loran Livingston’s Controversial Sermon
By Rev. Mark H. Creech, DHL Christian Action League May3. 2024 Loran Livingston, the esteemed pastor of Central Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, recently garnered national attention for his bold sermon critiquing the “God Bless the USA Bible,” endorsed by former President Donald Trump. Although I haven’t had the privilege of meeting Pastor Livingston in […]
Beware the Leaven of Progressive Clergy
By Rev. Mark H. Creech, DHL Christian Action League April 26, 2024 A recent article in the Christian Post highlighted a gathering of Christian clergy, theologians, and scholars at the Yale Divinity School’s Center for Public Theology & Policy. “‘Religious Leaders’ Sign Declaration Denouncing ‘Religious Nationalism,’ Promoting Progressive Causes,” read the headline, capturing the essence […]
Scriptural Sobriety: Rethinking Wine in the Lord’s Supper
By Rev. Mark Creech, DHL Christian Action League April 19, 2024 April is Alcohol Awareness Month. In recognition, the following article is part two of a two-part series addressing two popular arguments made in favor of social drinking. Several years ago, my wife, our son Matthew, then a teenager, and I decided to worship with […]